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Emergency rescue operation takes place on Carrauntoohil in Co Kerry

An emergency rescue operation has taken place on Carrauntoohil mountain in County Kerry. A hiker ...
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16.24 27 Jul 2019


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Emergency rescue operation takes place on Carrauntoohil in Co Kerry

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16.24 27 Jul 2019


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An emergency rescue operation has taken place on Carrauntoohil mountain in County Kerry.

A hiker was reported to be in difficulty today in an area known as The Devil's Ladder.

The Shannon-based Coast Guard helicopter was contacted by Valentia rescue coordinators and travelled to the scene.

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Rescue teams responded and an individual has been airlifted to Tralee Hospital.

No further details were immediately available.

Main image: File photo of Irish Coast Guard helicopter. Photo: Sam Boal/RollingNews.ie

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